Starhunter 2300: The Complete Series

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In the 23rd century, humanity has spread to the stars and planets in Earth's solar system. Civilization is a patchwork of a hundred worlds, most with weak governments and weaker laws. It is a golden age for criminals who exploit this lawlessness and use the incredible technology of the future to prey on others. A former luxury space liner, the Tulip, is now a bounty-hunting vessel commanded by Travis Montana (Sunset Beach's Clive Robertson) who searches the galaxy in search of his father. He's joined on his quest by comic hunter Rudolpho, plucky Percy, holographic first mate Carvaggio, sexy special services officer Callista and bad boy Marcus. Now the fight for justice is set among the stars? and the showdown is about to begin. Perfect for Fans of New Sci-Fi TV Favorites Farscape, Stargate SG-1 and Babylon 5! Episodes include: Rebirth, Star Crossed, Biocrime, Chasing Janus, Spaceman, Becoming Shiva, The Third Thing, Torment, Painless, Skin Deep, Supermax Redux, Pandora's Box, Stitch in Time, The Prisoner, Kate, Rivals, Heir and the Spare, Just Politics, Negative Energy, License to Fill, Hyperspace I & II.

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3 out of 5 stars

STARHUNTER nice package, dull series October 18, 2004
43 out of 50 found this review helpful

First of all, don't bother complaining about Image releasing the second season, the first season shows were licensed by a different company (Platinum) and are already on the market on DVD. Amazon and many other outlets carry the first season DVD releases; do a search. Take note: the Platinum DVD volumes contain the uncut versions of the shows not aired on US TV, which contain some nudity and run a bit longer.

The second season is a lot more expensive, but it is a higher quality presentation. The real trouble here is that both seasons are pretty dull and cheaply produced.

Fans will likley buy them, others won't find anything worth more than a rental when everything else is checked out.

4 out of 5 stars

The StiffUpperLips make good sci-fi. Thanks blokes* December 7, 2004
29 out of 31 found this review helpful

I thought the only sci-fi that would ever come out of the British Empire would be a spoof-show riddled with toilet humor.

But I did enjoy this whole series. Especially towards the end, however as the other reviewer stated, production does lack a little, but the stories make up for it in spades (along with the SCRUMPTIOUS Tanya Allen, she is so friggin cute).

Basically it's like watching a slightly less interesting Firefly with British accents. If you like Crusade, Firefly, B5 etc. this is a good addition to that genre drawer (fellow DVD compulsives). Any sci-fi fan would appreciate these stories on some level.

4 out of 5 stars

Maybe not compelling, but pretty engaging atmospheric sci-fi April 16, 2005
15 out of 16 found this review helpful

Having caught a few episodes of both the original Starhunter and Starhunter 2300 on grainy low power UHF, I kind of knew what to expect; still, I was really surprised at how much I enjoyed this Starhunter 2300 set. The original season of Starhunter was strictly "B" level material; Starhunter 2300 is, just as others have pointed out, much much better. Its not top level, this is definitely not Farscape or B5, but it is a really solid production that has a flavor all its own.

I thought there were a few things that made this series work well. Its universe is interesting; its dark, gritty, and atmospheric, but not hopeless. The interplay if the various planetary federations and factions provides enough scope that the setting of the solar system (well, mostly the solar system) doesn't feel confining. The cast is quite likeable. The performances may be on the low key side, but I thought they fit the milieu pretty well, for the most part. Strangely enough, Percy Montana who may have been the best character in the original series, didn't come across too well for me - a little too catatonic and with a weird attraction to risky behavior. The rest of the crew is great: Caravaggio the dry acerbic AI, the lively optimistic Marcus, the somewhat questionable Rudolpho, and the controlled uber competent Travis. My favorite character, though, is Callie - tough as nails with a lot of depth and breadth. Not to mention that Dawn Stern is a flat out goddess. Finally, there's the ongoing subtext of hyperspace and the "Divinity Cluster". You really get the impression of impending breakthrough; that the human universe is on the verge of major changes - good and bad - and that the breakthrough has as much to do with genetic and emotional factors as with technology.

The episodes are consistently good for the most part. I thought there was one real clunker, one borderline clunker, and two or three mediocre efforts. These are more than balanced out by good or excellent episodes. I'd say 75% of the episodes fall into the latter category; at least half a dozen, as well as the finale, are taut and gripping - close to the level of the best TV sci-fi. I didn't think there were any glaring weaknesses with Starhunter 2300. Sure the dialogue is not up to Firefly standards, there are better FX, and maybe there could have been more "whoa" factor and less repetitiveness in the storylines. With a little improvement in these areas this show could have been special. I really got the impression that this was a first year type of series; one in which the universe was being defined, the characters were being established, and the foundations for the future were being set.

The DVD set is nicely put together; six DVDs in a streamlined book style box. The package contains the episodes only; absolutely no extras. The price is definitely right. Since the series was cancelled, you will be left hanging; I'd love to at least see a resolution to the two part finale, but I guess that's the lot of the sci-fi fan - you're left hanging as often as not. Its too bad that this show didn't get more traction, but at least this set is available. I actually had some withdrawal symptoms when I finished watching this; I think most sci-fi fans, casual to rabid, would enjoy this.

5 out of 5 stars

charming and fun September 22, 2005
13 out of 14 found this review helpful

I discovered Starhunter season one recently on DVD and was very intrigued by it. The show was entertaining although the DVDs weren't the best. It's too bad the episodes are mixed up on the DVDs! Also only a few episodes of season one are available on DVD. Why not put them all out and in the right order? The series is fun though.

Season one prompted me to try Starhunter 2300. Nice package! All of the episodes are included and in order. Wonderful image and sound. Fun episodes! Great show! Can we get a sequel? Maybe a direct to DVD "Serenity"? A follow-up that unites father and son while introducing new fans to the previous two series? How about re-releasing season one in the same type of quality DVD package as season two?

4 out of 5 stars

Sci Fi Enthusiasts Might As Well Apply February 28, 2005
9 out of 12 found this review helpful

Starhunter was a B-level sci fi show aired at like 3AM in my area a while back. I only caught a few episodes of it, and recently (because I liked this release so much) bought it on DVD. I really am enjoying it. Anyway, Starhunter 2300 may have been similarly aired in such vespertine hours, but if it was, I missed it altogether. This show is a restructured version of the original. Similar pretense, some different characters (Michael Pare is gone), more special effects, and some decent writing. I have this box set and have watched about halfway through so far. I will watch the rest and have enjoyed myself thus far. It is an adventure show set in space, on a par writing-wise, quality-wise, enjoyment-level-wise with something like Arthur Conan Doyle's The Lost World tv series, though a little less silly and more somber in tone than that particular show. Some of the characters are endearing, though I have to say Tanya Allen is not as fun this time around. Her character is more dour than quirky sometimes, though it does fit her character's new situation. This show has production similarities to a sci fi show like Lexx, as they are both products of Canada (you will see character actors from Lexx and other Canadian genre shows you may recognize appear from time to time). This show is not as dark or sarcastic as Lexx (or as silly), though, but it is a darker show than a lot of other sci fi things that have ended up in syndication. There are, as others have mentioned, certain similarities with Firefly, the short-lived Fox series of a few years ago (eventually resurrecting in movie Serenity) in the setting and crew of characters, but these are superficial. It is not as well acted, written or directed as Firefly was. It is not as engrossing as Firefly. It is a fun indulgence, like watching Saturday afternoon episodes of syndicated action/adventure or sci fi. It's better than Andromeda (more consistent, makes more sense, more hardcore sci fi ideas, less incoherent spiritual sidetrips, similar level of special effects). No where near as epic as Babylon 5 or even Deep Space Nine (not that they are on the same level). It's episodic sci fi and if you're into that, here's some more. If you know you watch anything sci fi they put on the air because you're a rabid sci fi fan, then you should seek this out, because it's better than a bunch of shows you sat through already and told yourself were worth it. This show should have gotten a better chance to be seen here in the states. Anyway, here's a rabid sci fi fan who says it ain't your new favorite show, but it is a fun little trip into space each episode that's recommended.

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